Recent files GUI with multiple functions - Windows Only

Hello, I have created a GUI for recent files. A list of functions is provided below.

DATA SOURCES AND FILE MANAGEMENT

The script retrieves a list of recently opened files from the Windows Registry and the system Recent Items folder. It identifies the specific Adobe InDesign version used to create a file by reading metadata directly from the document. Users can perform a recursive scan of selected folders to identify all contained InDesign documents and their version data. The interface allows for immediate filtering of the document list by filename, or sorting.

INDESIGN PAGE PREVIEWS

The script extracts image data directly from the document internal metadata. It detects and displays the exact number of page previews that Adobe InDesign has stored within the specific file. Users can navigate through all available page previews using next and previous controls. The tool utilizes PowerShell to convert the extracted metadata into temporary JPG files for viewing within the interface.

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APPLICATION INTEGRATION

The script maps document versions to installed InDesign executable paths, ensuring files can be opened in the correct version. It can generate and execute a JSX script to open a selected document as a copy, preventing accidental changes to the original file. A right-click menu provides quick access to reveal the file in explorer, copy the file path, or select a specific installed InDesign version for launch.

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CONFIGURATION AND PERFORMANCE

Users can choose between a high-speed startup or a more detailed load that includes automatic version detection for all files. A progress bar provides visual feedback during large data loads or folder scans. All user preferences and settings are stored in a local configuration file for future sessions.
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If you are interested, please send me a message.